Will hysterectomy affect female sexual function?

　　female Reproductive organs include external reproductive organs and internal reproductive organs. Uterus Will removal affect sexual function? The external reproductive organs include the mons pubis, labia majora, labia minora, clitoris and vaginal vestibule. Internal reproductive organs include the vagina, uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes.

　　If the woman being examined lies on her back, all external genital organs can be seen by spreading the thighs and labia majora. The mons pubis is a raised fat pad in front of the pubic symphysis. Pubic hair grows on the mons pubis and is distributed in a triangle shape with the tip downward. Pubic hair is one of the secondary sexual characteristics of women. Its density, fineness, and color can vary from person to person or race.

　　Clitoris: It is the frontmost organ in the vulva, located on the upper edge of the labia majora. male The tissue similar to the corpus cavernosum of the penis is divided into three parts. The front end is the clitoral glans, the middle is the clitoral body, and the rear end is divided into two clitoral crura attached to the pubic bones on each side. Usually only the clitoral glans is visible, with a diameter of about 6 to 8 mm. There are abundant clitoral glans distributed on the clitoral head. nerve The tip is extremely sensitive and has erection properties, and is the strongest sexual pleasure organ.

　　Vestibular bulbs: About 1 to 1.5cm below the surface of the vaginal entrance, close to the vaginal wall, there is a pair of vestibular bulbs that can undergo reactions such as congestion and expansion. Will hysterectomy affect sexual function? The vestibular bulb and half surround the vaginal vestibule and vaginal entrance, which can enhance the friction effect during sexual intercourse and improve the sexual pleasure of both couples.

　　Bartholin glands: There is a pair of Bartholin glands under the back of the labia majora, as big as a soybean, one on each side. The gland ducts open in the groove between the labia minora and the hymen behind the vaginal vestibule. Mucus is secreted during sexual excitement to lubricate the body.

　　Vaginal introitus: usually closed in shape, located in the center of the vaginal vestibule, it is the portal of the vagina. The vagina is a special organ used for sexual intercourse and is the passage through which the contents of the uterus are discharged. The vagina is about 7 to 10cm long and is a hollow tube. The vagina itself has no glandular secretions.

　　The connection between the vagina and the cervix forms a circular structure called the vaginal vault. When a woman lies on her back, the posterior fornix is ​​the lowest part of the vagina, where semen can temporarily accumulate, so it is also called the "semen pocket."

　　Above the vagina is the uterus, which is generally 7×5×3cm3 in size. The uterus has greater mobility. The penis can push it upward, abdominal muscle movement can push it downward, overloaded intestines can push it forward, and a full bladder can push it back. However, no matter how a woman moves, gravity always pulls the uterus downward.

　　Uterus and appendages: The ovaries are connected to the fallopian tubes and uterus, and have the functions of ovulating and secreting sex hormones. The uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries are all important to pregnancy.

　　Since the sex hormones secreted by the ovaries are related to the development, maintenance and maintenance of female characteristics and sexual functions of reproductive organs, hysterectomy (including removal of the cervix, one ovary and fallopian tube) can only cause amenorrhea and loss of reproductive function, and will not change the female form.

　　When both ovaries must be removed due to illness, drug replacement therapy can be performed, so the sexual pleasure can be the same as before the surgery. On the contrary, if the uterus and ovaries are surgically removed and the patient is burdened mentally and psychologically, sexual function may change due to psychological factors.

　　In addition, after hysterectomy, the vagina is indeed shorter than before. However, because the vagina has many folds and is highly stretched, its space and length can change with the size of the penis to adapt to life needs.

　　Through the above description, the relationship between female sexual function and the uterus has been relatively clear. Will hysterectomy affect sexual function? Therefore, those who are sick and need hysterectomy surgery do not have to worry about how it will affect their married life in the future.